Siya Kolisi brought the gees during the performance of the national anthem – as sung by Lloyd Cele – at the Springboks vs Wallabies game at Ellis Park Stadium.
The former Idols South Africa star was the latest artist to sing ahead of a South African rugby match.
SIYA KOLISI BELTS OUT NATIONAL ANTHEM
Like many South Africans, Siya Kolisi wore his heart on his sleeve whilst singing the national anthem.
The Springbok captain – who had his eyes closed – belted out the words to Nkosi Sikel iAfrika, whilst joining arms with a mascot and fellow player, Ox Nche.
On social media, the rugby star was praised for his passion and patriotism.
X user @myronnaicker posted: “Siya Kolisi’s rendition of our national anthem is magnetic. What a great ambassador and inspiration he is”.
The South African national anthem was performed by Idols SA season 6 runner-up Lloyd Cele. TV presenter and singer Lee Scott performed the Australian national anthem.
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Siya Kolisi is widely known for his ability to unite South Africans through sport and for practising the spirit of Ubuntu.
During the 2023 Rugby World Cup, the now 35-year-old said in a post-match interview: “There’s so much going wrong in our country. We are the last line of defence. There’s so much division in the country. It is possible to work together as South Africans, not just on the rugby field but in life in general.
“We can’t go away from that, 1995, without that, I wouldn’t be here. For people who look like me, I’ve got a job to give whatever I can to the jersey, to show they can get opportunities like this.”
Last year, Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie praised the Springboks and captain Siya Kolisi for being the best squad the country has ever seen.
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